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"Reinvention in midlife isn’t about starting over, it’s about stepping fully into the version of yourself you were always meant to be."

In this episode, I’m speaking with Dr. Joy’El Ballard, board-certified OB/GYN, menopause and midlife strategist, and business coach, about what it looks like to reinvent yourself in midlife.

Dr. Joy’El shares how she courageously left a thriving medical career, trusted God through change, and let go of perfectionism and the need to always be “the strong one.” She opens up about redefining her identity and discovering a bigger purpose beyond what she had imagined.

If you’re ready for a new career, mindset, relationship, or simply a new way of showing up, this episode will inspire you to trust yourself, embrace change, and step boldly into your next chapter.

Song of the week: New Attitude by Patti Labelle

Topics Covered:

00:00:00 – Episode snippet

00:01:48 – Introducing our guest, Dr. Joy’El Ballard

00:03:30 – Dr. Joy’El’s bold leap into midlife coaching

00:08:47 – Letting go of perfectionism

00:13:05 – Our purpose evolve with us

00:17:17 – Midlife shifts and the rising trend of “gray divorce”

00:22:10 – Rethinking marriage and life after autopilot

00:25:36 – Therapy and self-care for caregivers

00:29:26 – The concept of a “jug of joy”

00:32:42 – Why is midlife a fabulous time to reinvent ourselves?

00:36:50 – Alignment

00:40:10 – Where to find Dr. Joy’El Ballard

Key Takeaways:

"When you walk into something new that requires leaving something."

About Our Guest:

Dr. Joy’El Ballard, known as The Menopause Mogul, is a board-certified Obstetrician/Gynecologist and Business Coach for Black women 40 and over. Through her Menopause Mogul online coaching program, she empowers women to reclaim their energy, clarity, and confidence during menopause, helping them launch businesses and create lives on their own terms.

Connect with Dr. Joy’El Ballard:

Web: https://www.drjoyel.com/

FB: https://www.facebook.com/drjoyel

IG: https://www.instagram.com/drjoyel

YT: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCZUuhQ4ypjI6vXmCI86pPKA

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/drjoyelballard/

About Your Host

Dr. Nicole is a pediatrician, the owner of a successful healthcare consulting company, a riveting keynote and TEDx speaker, and the mom of two beautiful young adult daughters. From the outside, she appeared to have it all. But in 2023 she faced the most difficult challenge of her life- ending a 28-year marriage and navigating heartbreak, deception, and loss. Dr. Nicole is committed to creating a safe space where other women who have experienced a “divine disruption” can heal, recover, and THRIVE!

Connect with Dr. Nicole:

Web: https://yournextchapter.co/

IG: https://www.instagram.com/yournextchapter_co

FB:https://www.facebook.com/yournextchapter.co

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